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COMFEST 2018: SUPPORT BACKUP – THE TECHNICAL ENTERTAINMENT CHARITY

5/03/2018 11:03 HRS

ComFest 2018

March 25, 2018 at the Dorfman Theatre, National Theatre Complex.

We all know how tough it can be as a freelance in the entertainment technology industry. The hours are long, you’re away from your family and you only earn money when you’re working. What happens if you can’t work because you’re ill, you have an accident, or someone in your family needs your help and support? You probably do not have a stash of cash put away to see you through. What then? That’s where Backup – The Technical Entertainment Charity can help and that’s why it is putting on Comfest – an evening of outstanding comedy with the legend that is Al Murray The Pub Landlord and a great supporting lineupat The Dorfman Theatre on the 25th of March 2018.

In case you don’t know, Backup provides financial support to industry technical professionals working in live events, theatre, TV and film. It offers support and help to get you back on your feet.
Grants are tailored to an individual’s needs and can include essential living costs, medical related expenses, advice, re-training and travel.
Backup works with potential recipients to fully understand the support needed and ensure that help is targeted effectively and will stay in contact with recipients and provide ongoing support.
Backup grants have brought help and hope to industry members and their families during some of their darkest hours.

Help backup to continue to help your friends and colleagues by coming to Comfest.

There’s an incredible line up in store so this promises to be one of the best nights of comedy you’ve ever had.